For decades, traditional wired glass-with its crisscrossed wires creating diamonds or
squares-was installed in buildings around the world. Over time, this glazing became known as
"safety-glass", even though it was found to cause severe and often life-threatening injuries
when subjected to human impact. Its reputation for safety has been reinforced by its appearance
and the common misconception that the wire mesh makes the glass stronger. In reality, the exact
opposite is true.